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iPod Classic 6th Generation. Model A1238 / 80, 120, or 160 GB hard drive / black or silver metal front

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Can an iPod Classic 120gb use a 160gb hard drive?

I recently received a 120gb iPod Classic from a friend that suffered water damage. I booted it up in diagnostic mode, ran all of the tests, and found that the only defective part of the iPod was the hard drive. I have a somewhat limited budget, so I'm trying to find the lowest price hard drive to replace it. Surprisingly enough, I found a 160gb hard drive for cheaper than most 120gb ones. However, the site claims "This HDD only for ipod Classic 160GB, it can't work on ipod Classic 80GB & 120GB, because of different interface." Is there any truth to this?

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somniumdaemon, yes it is possible. you need to make sure that you replace it with a hard drive that has compatible interfaces. Also, do not confuse a iPod Video 5th gen for a iPod Classic. make sure that you are listing and looking for the right model.

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